- CEO and Chief of Staff of Lohum also called on him
- Discussion held on the possibilities of making Uttar Pradesh a major hub for advanced material research and engineering
Lucknow: Nobel Prize laureate Konstantin Novoselov met Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Lohum CEO Rajat Verma and the company’s Chief of Staff Ayush Sabat were also present during the meeting. All three guests appreciated the positive environment for investment in Uttar Pradesh. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath welcomed Nobel laureate Konstantin Novoselov, Lohum CEO Rajat Verma and Chief of Staff Ayush Sabat to Uttar Pradesh.
During the meeting, discussions were held on the possibilities of making Uttar Pradesh a leading hub in the country for advanced material research and engineering. In this context, detailed discussions were also held on Lohum’s plan to establish India’s first “Rare Earth to Magnet” integrated facility in the state. The establishment of this facility will promote high-tech manufacturing in the country.
Nobel laureate Konstantin Novoselov, who is world-renowned for the discovery of graphene, is working with Lohum as a strategic advisor and collaborator. His objective is to apply advanced material science at an industrial scale in battery technology and the energy sector.
The collaboration between Lohum and Novoselov focuses mainly on two important areas. First, using 2D materials (such as graphene) to enhance the capacity, safety and lifespan of next-generation lithium-ion batteries. Second, developing advanced recycling systems for batteries and permanent magnets to ensure better recovery of critical minerals, thereby strengthening the circular economy.
This collaboration is also considered significant for India’s “Make in India” initiative and green energy vision.
